Police were called out to the incident by people living nearby in Malthouse Close and Lion Court, but the culprits quickly dispersed when they saw the police car.

It is the latest in a string of disruptive incidents that Southbridge residents have suffered since the campus opened in September.

Complaints have ranged from from illegal and inconsiderate parking – leading to volleys of abuse from the drivers when challenged – to loud music, litter from takeaways and late- night gatherings outside homes.

One woman, who asked not to be named, said she has had almost daily issues.